Shopping For Christmas

HOW TO BUY MAKEUP AS A GIFT

I would never have thought of this until I packaged up as many products as I could stuff into a box for my nieces. They were thrilled! So thrilled that I make them up a new box each year. Does it get any easier than that? Here's some hints on how to stock up on products for your friends... painlessly.

*All the major cosmetic companies offer "Gift with Purchase which are really reasonably priced. They include everything from fragrances to "neutral" makeup. Makes a great gift if you can bring yourself to give it away.

*If you want to deviate from simply a collection of cosmetics, choose cotton balls, makeup remover and products for the nails. Once you start looking at all that is available, you will see how easy it is.

*If you know that your friend likes Bobbi Brown products, stop by their counter and ask about the lastest products. Finding the newest makeup shades should blow her away.

*Cosmetic counters are now offering classes. Treat your friend to lunch and a makeover for the pair of you.